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Amaracdc(Newbie)Newbie
23 Jan 2025

I am going on parental leave this year and I want to know if my tax rate will be adjusted according to what I earn each fortnight (which will be much less than my normal salary). I normally get taxed 30% (including hecs) on my salary, but if I earn a lot less does the tax rate automatically adjust?

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AriATO(Community Support)Community Support
31 Jan 2025

Hi @Amaracdc


Yes your tax withheld should be based on your earnings for the period according to the relevant tax table.

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